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# Comparative Scales: Q-Sort Scaling

*A rank-order procedure in which objects are sorted into piles (with respect to a specific attribute). Used to quickly compare a large number of objects…*

### Q-Sort Scaling

A rank-order procedure in which objects are sorted into piles (with respect to a specific attribute). Used to quickly compare a large number of objects (60–140) against each other.

The number of objects per pile is limited such that all piles together reproduce the shape of a **normal distribution** .

The Ministry of Health has developed **25 measures** for implementation in hospitals. Rank them by their effectiveness against the spread of infection — please only one measure per box.

Extremely effective Not at all effective

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*Slide 44 of 274 · Chapter 2: Survey: Measurement and Scaling · Principles of Survey Research · Dr. Paul Marx*